Best of Amsterdam
The editor of Amsterdam-Now made lists of Amsterdam’s museums, canal houses, open-air markets, shopping, coffeeshops en lots more. These lists make it easy for you to decide what to see, where to eat and what to do during your stay in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam has something for everyone; from a stroll through the Red Light District for adult pleasure to a visit to the Zoo for the kids. ‘Best of Amsterdam’ helps you to explore the city and find the best places to see and visit
Best Canal Houses that Made Amsterdam Famous
Canal house and canals have made Amsterdam famous. These elegant houses give a glimpse in the life of wealthy Amsterdam merchants. The canal houses served as family homes, workshops or warehouses. Their distinct gables are unique for every house. The canals seem to...
Ibis Affordable Hotel at Schiphol Airport
No surprises at the Ibis Hotel, part of the Accor Hotel Group. This is an affordable option of a hotel close to Schiphol Airport and Amsterdam. The rooms may be a bit bland and anonymous, but the air-conditioned rooms are always reliable. This is the cheapest hotel...
Best Amsterdam Street Markets
Amsterdam is packed with shops, from multi-level shopping arcades to trendy boutiques. Buying erotic toys proves as easy as stocking up on Edam cheese. Throw in a handful of street markets and you know why Amsterdam is Europe’s shopping capital. Albert Cuyp Market is...
Leidseplein: Best Party and Clubbing in Amsterdam
Leidseplein in Amsterdam buzzes with activity day and night. Sip chardonnay and savour bitterballen, bite-size deep-fried ragout filled balls. On chilly spring and autumn days wrap a fleece shawl around your shoulders and only the tip of your nose will get cold. In...
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Best Street Food and Dutch favourites
Discover local street food and taste Dutch favourites during your Amsterdam trip. Sightseeing makes hungry and a bit of snacking is the best way to restart your batteries. Amsterdam brims with places to stop along the way for a quick bite from herring stands to snack...
Best Pancakes Restaurants in Amsterdam
Pancakes are everybody's favourite. Amsterdam has several pancake restaurants where you can eat pancakes with a traditional topping. Sprinkle with sugar or black treacle and bacon. De Pancake Bakery is a charming little place filled with locals and tourists. Once...
Best Amsterdam Winter Break on a Budget
Amsterdam is the ideal city for a short city break vacation. Winter is the perfect time because you save money on flights and hotels. The tourist crowd has gone and you share the city with the locals. Wander through museum and art galleries, amble along the canals and...
Best Bridges, Canals and Singel of Amsterdam
Say Amsterdam and the first thing that comes to mind are canals and bridges. No wonder because Amsterdam canals are true eye-catchers. There are about two hundred canals in the city. Originally, the canals were a practical solution to a problematic situation....
French Restaurants for the Perfect Evening out
French restaurants in Amsterdam are the perfect way to experience French cuisine. Finding a French restaurants in Amsterdam is not a problem because restaurants with French cuisine are plentiful. They are all first-class restaurants using fresh ingredients and serving...
Best Nightlife, Clubbing and Pub Crawl in Amsterdam
Nightlife, clubbing and pub crawls in Amsterdam is more than the Red Light District, the cheesy bars in the city centre and the many coffee shops aka hash bars. Away from these tourist hotspots, Amsterdam has a thriving club theme. There are venues to everyone's...
Best Van Gogh: Paintings, Drawings and Letters
Vincent van Gogh. What does this name mean to you - sunflowers, Starry Night, the painter who cut off his ear or the man who committed suicide? The Van Gogh Museum is one of the most popular museums in Amsterdam. It is home to the art collection of Theo van Gogh,...
Best Canal Houses that Made Amsterdam Famous
Canal house and canals have made Amsterdam famous. These elegant houses give a glimpse in the life of wealthy Amsterdam merchants. The canal houses served as family homes, workshops or warehouses. Their distinct gables are unique for every house. The canals seem to...
Hot Spots at Leidseplein
Leidseplein in Amsterdam, ringed by cafes, theaters and nightclubs, bustles day and night. During the day Leidseplein buzzes with fire-eaters, street musicians and mime artists. At night it is the hang-out for tourist revelers and the occasional local. The neon-lit...
Ibis Affordable Hotel at Schiphol Airport
No surprises at the Ibis Hotel, part of the Accor Hotel Group. This is an affordable option of a hotel close to Schiphol Airport and Amsterdam. The rooms may be a bit bland and anonymous, but the air-conditioned rooms are always reliable. This is the cheapest hotel...
Medieval Amsterdam
Only two medieval houses have survived in Amsterdam. The oldest dates back to 1420, at number 34 Begijnhof. The other one is at number 1 Zeedijk, Tasting House In 't Aepjen. Amsterdam was founded in 1306. To be more precise that is the year city rights were granted....
Tips for Potheads in Amsterdam
A coffeeshop is not a coffeebar Going to Amsterdam and not visiting a coffeeshop is like going to India and not seeing Taj Mahal. Coffeeshops set Amsterdam apart and they are one of the reasons why the city is fun to visit. But be aware: the fragrant fumes drifting...
Best Amsterdam Street Markets
Amsterdam is packed with shops, from multi-level shopping arcades to trendy boutiques. Buying erotic toys proves as easy as stocking up on Edam cheese. Throw in a handful of street markets and you know why Amsterdam is Europe’s shopping capital. Albert Cuyp Market is...
Best Amsterdam Facts
To many tourists Amsterdam means bicycles, tulips and clogs, this city attracts thousands of visitors every year. Surrounded by romantic canals, you might feel as if you are strolling through an open-air museum. Hanging out at a sidewalk café and people watching is...
Leidseplein: Best Party and Clubbing in Amsterdam
Leidseplein in Amsterdam buzzes with activity day and night. Sip chardonnay and savour bitterballen, bite-size deep-fried ragout filled balls. On chilly spring and autumn days wrap a fleece shawl around your shoulders and only the tip of your nose will get cold. In...
Find, compare and buy city passes & discount tickets for your affordable city trip!